| Page | 59 |
|---|---|
| Name of Enslaver | Sabra |
| Document type | Indenture |
| Abstract Information about the Enslaved Person/People | Indenture between Sabra of Northampton and George Lyon of Pensylvania. 24 June 1815 Sabra manumitted by Lyon, as of covenant of said Lyon, Sabra voluntarily hath put, place hired & bound herself as servant to George Lyon & as servant with him to dwell until Sabra is 28 yo. She will faithfully serve him. Lyon will allow unto Sabra sufficient meat, frink & apparel & other things needful for servant during term aforesaid. Signed by George Lyon & with Sabra's mark on 24 Jun 1815. Approved by oaths of John Eyre & Severn E. Parker witnesses. |
| Date | 10 July 1815 |
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